Conclusion
Many of the issues identified in the Finch
report remain unchanged for us locally
five years on. While the Finch report went
some way to address issues for nurses
wishing to become nurse researchers and
leaders (UKCRC, 2007), greater emphasis
on the professional development needs of
CRNs is needed to support those working
day to day on research led by others.
There is a distinct lack of recognition in
the Finch report of the needs of CRNs
working on clinical research conducted in
the NHS, whose unique and pivotal role is
fundamental to its success.